Penang Casual Dining Restaurants

Penang, known as the food paradise of Malaysia, is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene. While the island offers a plethora of dining options, it’s the casual dining restaurants that truly capture the essence of Penang’s gastronomic delights. These casual dining establishments showcase the diverse flavors and cultural influences that make Penang’s cuisine so irresistible. Here, we present a handpicked selection of the best casual dining restaurants in Penang.

Chinese Restaurants in Penang

  • Chinese Recreation Club (CRC)
  • Jade Palace
  • Maple Palace
  • Ocean Green
  • Shelaiton (Prai, Butterworth)
  • Starview
  • Tek Sen

French Restaurants in Penang

Fusion Restaurants in Penang

Japanese Restaurants in Penang

  • Dozo
  • Edo Ichi
  • Hachiban Izakaya
  • Kampachi
  • Miraku

Italian Restaurants in Penang

  • Bottega Penang
  • Gustoso by the beach (Parkroyal Hotel)
  • Il Bacaro at Campbell House (Michelin Guide)
  • Jaloux
  • Nero Nero Penang
  • Rossi at Hotel Penaga

Korean Restaurants in Penang

Mexican/Spanish Restaurants in Penang

  • Holy Guacamole Love Lane
  • Holy Guacamole Central Gurney (New 2023)
  • La Chica (New 2023)
  • Un Poco Loco

Other European Restaurants in Penang

Nyonya/Peranakan Restaurants in Penang

  • Hainantown at Yeng Keng Hotel
  • Kebaya Dining Room (Michelin Guide)
  • Kota Dine & Coffee (Michelin Guide)
  • Nyonya Breeze
  • Nyonya Willow
  • Richard Rivalee

Seafood Restaurants in Penang

Steakhouse Restaurants in Penang

  • Firewood Penang
  • Viking Steakhouse

Vietnamese Restaurants in Penang

  • Pho Vietz Queensbay
  • Saigon Bowl Whiteaways Arcade